Cultivation System: Stronger with Age Chapter 1139 - 480: Lin Xuankong’s Misgivings (2)

In my opinion, it’s simply like this. If you can employ your so-called Buddha-nature to withstand this Netherworld Water Tribulation, my Celestial Eye can equally leverage our Profound Yin Saint Sect’s Sacred Artifact to fend off the Netherworld Water Tribulation!

The cultivation path in the Immortal Realm ultimately strives for immense power, enabling ascension to the Upper Realm and the attainment of true powerhouse status with an unending lifespan. Whichever cultivation technique proves effective in combat, whose treasure can aid in surpassing a celestial tribulation, that lineage’s cultivation technique and treasure are truly unparalleled!

Hmph, you speak with such arrogance now, yet weren't you nearly vanquished by my Celestial Eye attacks previously? It just so happened that the fourth wave of the Five Elements Extermination Tribulation’s celestial assault was the Netherworld Water, leaving me in a slightly passive state; had it been any other variety of celestial tribulation, the one enjoying this ease might not necessarily be you, baldy!

At this very moment, the Celestial Eye Demon Lord was evidently finding the tranquil demeanor of the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva before him somewhat unbearable, vociferating repeatedly with rising indignation after concluding his speech, still seething with fury.

However, this Celestial Eye Demon Lord seemed to have overlooked,

Mere moments ago, it had gazed up at the colossal black hole situated beneath the tribulation clouds in the heavens, hearing the ominous sound of Netherworld Water and the spectral wails of ghosts, and was enveloped in sheer terror and a sense of utter helplessness!

Had it not been for the First Demon Lord Fan Yu compelling the Soul Shifting Demon Lord to relinquish the Soul Shifting Pearl, it would have long since succumbed to the torment of the Netherworld Water, its very divine soul tainted by the malevolence of the resentful spirits. It might have already been absorbed into the Netherworld Water, becoming one with its countless grievances!

In this instant,

Lin Xuankong, situated within the Luo Water Array, caught wind of the exchange between the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva and the Celestial Eye Demon Lord, and couldn't help but give a slight nod, his expression easing somewhat.

Lin Xuankong himself holds the pinnacle cultivation of the Supreme Divine Soul Realm in the Immortal Realm, considering his own divine soul foundation to be in no way inferior to that of the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva. While he might not necessarily contend in terms of divine soul purity and Buddha-nature against this Great Virtuous Bodhisattva of the Spirit Platform Buddhism, Lin Xuankong remains equally assured; having transitioned to this Golden Dragon Immortal Realm over a century ago, all his actions have been undertaken by his own accord, and when juxtaposed with the transgressions of these demons from the Profound Yin Demon Sect, his deeds are genuinely comparable to great acts of benevolence!

With such reflections crossing his mind, Lin Xuankong cast another glance at the Netherworld Water descending from the sky, seemingly saturated with myriad resentful souls and grievances, yet he felt no trace of apprehension!

Given that the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva, despite not having attained the Supreme Divine Soul Realm, managed to endure the onslaught of the Netherworld Water Tribulation with such apparent ease, then he too need not harbor concerns when confronting the final celestial tribulation in the future, should it manifest as this Netherworld Water Tribulation. Furthermore, bolstered by the multitude of wondrous talents contained within his Vigorous in Old Age Life Plate, he need not fear this Netherworld Water Tribulation in the slightest!

Yet, remaining oblivious to the peculiar celestial tribulation attacks that lie ahead within the remaining stages of the five elements extermination tribulation, renowned for being insurmountable by any cultivator!

Upon this consideration, Lin Xuankong felt a sense of reassurance,

Nevertheless, the foremost Immortal Lord Guang Yu’er, the Elder Clan Leader of the Qilin Race, along with Cyan-forehead Qilin, White-forehead Qilin, and a host of other prodigies from diverse immortal sects and clans, remained in a state of palpable unease. Their gazes remained fixed upon the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva positioned beyond the Luo Water Array, fervently praying for his survival through the barrage of celestial tribulation assaults!

Time slowly ebbed away amidst the collective tension experienced by all,

Lin Xuankong's beloved companion, the strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu’er, grasped his hand with unyielding firmness until the seemingly unending flow of netherworld water finally ceased, at which point she exhaled a profound sigh of relief.

But before Lin Xuankong could utter a word, the newly appointed strongest Immortal Lord of the Guangqing Immortal Sect couldn't restrain a soft exclamation, stating,

Initially displaying a look of surprise at the sight of the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva, Guang Yu’er paused when she heard Lin Xuankong’s words. Recalling past events, she turned to him, a trace of bewilderment in her eyes. "Indeed, now that you mention it, I find myself curious. You seem to have encountered the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva later than I did, and this is even your first meeting at the Wine Immortal Sect! Not knowing if he had managed to overcome the recent netherworld water tribulation, how could you have been so certain in your prediction?"

A mirthful chuckle escaped Lin Xuankong. "Little one, I certainly won't reveal that I am now of the Supreme Divine Soul Realm in the Immortal Realm, and thus aware that the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva’s divine soul has reached this plane. Otherwise, your little mouth might just drop in astonishment!"

Lin Xuankong simply offered a shake of his head, choosing to remain silent.

Meanwhile, the foremost Immortal Lord Guang Yu’er appeared somewhat crestfallen. However, the Elder Clan Leader of the Qilin Race could not help but express his admiration.

"Immortal Lin certainly possesses a keen eye. Even I could not confidently ascertain if the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva could overcome the recent netherworld water tribulation, for I myself would not dare claim significant confidence in warding off such unending grievances."

The Elder Clan Leader paused, then cast a glance at the strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu’er standing beside Lin Xuankong, continuing his speech. "The words of Immortal Lord Guang were not incorrect; the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva has indeed grown stronger, and this growth appears to be a fundamental metamorphosis!"

"After all, this five elements extermination tribulation presented a full four terrifying waves of celestial assaults, all of which the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva successfully endured! Every powerhouse at the strongest Immortal Lord level faces such end tribulations. Survivors after the fourth wave attract celestial breaths, initiating a metamorphosis of their divine soul and immortal body. Nevertheless, as this aura originates from the Upper Realm, we mere mortals of the Immortal Realm are incapable of sensing or witnessing it."

"Oh? Have the first wave’s ‘benefits’ begun to manifest? It’s no wonder the Buddha’s light shrouding the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva has indeed changed, becoming more resplendent, more vibrant, yet not dazzling!" The strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu’er nodded in contemplation.

Upon hearing the Elder Clan Leader’s explanation, Lin Xuankong couldn't resist activating his Nine Gates Celestial Eye, a divine technique of extraordinarily high caliber, and peered intently towards the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva and the Celestial Eye Demon Lord, eager to observe these Upper Realm auras.

However, despite Lin Xuankong’s efforts in straining his eyes, wielding the Nine Gates Celestial Eye, and employing his divine soul, he could detect not the slightest trace of any aura distinct from that of the Golden Dragon Immortal Realm!

Nevertheless, the Buddha’s light emanating from the Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva had undeniably transformed. The Celestial Eye Demon Lord, who had narrowly survived the fourth wave of celestial attacks, had also refined his demonic qi. Even the enormous single eye adorning his forehead appeared to have deepened in intensity, indicating that beneath this five elements extermination tribulation, both of these strongest Immortal Lord-level powerhouses had reaped significant benefits after enduring the fourth celestial wave!

“Truly, the auras and powers originating from the Supreme Origin Realm are genuinely potent and mysterious. Even my own Supreme Divine Soul of the Immortal Realm and my lofty Nine Gates Celestial Eye technique could not detect any anomaly!”

Considering these factors, Lin Xuankong couldn't help but furrow his brow. Gazing towards the heavens, a hint of apprehension colored his eyes as he whispered inwardly, “The breaths and powers from the Supreme Origin Realm are undeniably formidable and enigmatic. It seems that even though I am acknowledged as the foremost Artifact Refining Genius and Array Formation Genius within the Immortal Realm, possessing almost unfathomable trump cards, one must still not underestimate anything that originates from the Supreme Origin Realm!”